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Principal Science Officer
643 Kessels Raod, Upper Mount Gravatt QLD 4122
As Principal Science Officer, you will provide scientific and technical leadership to support food safety regulation across Queensland's dairy, meat, egg, seafood and horticulture industries.
You will translate scientific evidence, data and emerging risk information into practical advice, guidance and regulatory responses.Working with Safe Food Queensland officers, auditors, industry, laboratories, research bodies and government agencies, you will lead and support surveillance, investigations and incident responses, identify emerging food safety risks and inform regulatory priorities.
You will prepare clear reports and briefings for senior leaders and stakeholders, provide expert scientific advice and contribute to science-based, risk-informed regulation that protects consumers, supports industry and strengthens confidence in Queensland's food supply.
Job details
| Position status | Permanent |
|---|---|
| Position type | Flexible full-time |
| Occupational group | Sciences |
| Classification | AO7 |
| Workplace Location | Brisbane - South |
| Job ad reference | QLD/SFPQ704402 |
| Closing date | 05-Nov-2026 |
| Job duration | Permanent |
| Contact person | Brian Witherspoon |
| Contact details | 0407 964 734 Access the National Relay Service |
The role description will outline any qualifications, licences and specific requirements of the role. If you are interested in this job we encourage you to read the attached role description and talk to the contact officer.
- Applications will remain current for a period of up to 12 months and may be considered for other vacancies (identical or similar).
- Appointments are subject to criminal history checks in accordance with section 52 of the Public Sector Act 2022.
- Prior to appointment, current and previous public sector employees are required to disclose any history of serious disciplinary action in accordance with section 71 of the Public Sector Act 2022.
- All employees are required to disclose any interest/s that conflict, may conflict or may be perceived to conflict with the discharge of their duties in accordance with section 89, 182 or 183 of the Public Sector Act 2022.
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SFPQ704402 SFO7 Principal Science Officer (39365) - RD (PDF, 101KB)
Role Description
